Faces of Life U: Lori Beard
Meet Lori Beard, the Executive Director of Marketing at Life University. Beard joined Life U in November and has settled into the role seamlessly. Born in Alabama, she moved to a suburb of Cleveland, Ohio where her father landed a job after college. Though she loved growing up in the Midwest, her family roots are deeply planted in the South.
Building up Women’s Basketball and Young Womens’ Confidence with Coach Ashawnte “Tae” Hawkins – Podcast
Coach Ashawnte “Tae” Hawkins is a young and ambitious coach, entering her inaugural year as an Assistant Coach with Life U Women’s Basketball. Before arriving in Marietta, Hawkins spent three years in Talladega, becoming the associate head coach before the 2016-17 season. In her time with the Tornadoes, she helped the program to a 60-28 record and to consecutive GCAC regular season championships in 2016 and 2017, as well as the first GCAC Tournament Championship in program history. She is eager to bring her positive leadership to the Life U Running Eagles and encourage success and pride on and off the court.
Life University’s NeuroLIFE Institute Expands Chiropractic Education in China
Dr. Dom Fetterly, Director of the NeuroLIFE Institute (NLI) at Life University (Life U), recently traveled to China to help lead an exciting chiropractic education initiative. This global effort is part of a broader mission to share Life U’s advanced knowledge of Chiropractic with practitioners around the world.
Is China the New Frontier for Chiropractic? Life University Introduces Chiropractic with Strategic Initiatives Related to Athletics and More
As a profession, Chiropractic is more prevalent and understood in the western world, particularly the United States and Northern Europe. Yet efforts are being made to broadly expand the reach of Chiropractic and the immense healing it can facilitate, and that can be seen bearing fruit in an unexpected place: China.
The Road to ACCRAC and an Enriched Chiropractic Experience with Zelin Zhou – Podcast
Zelin Zhou has had an active year in chiropractic research. He participated in the 2024 Research Paper Symposium at Life University, received a scholarship as the winner of the 2024 National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) Annual Student Scholarship Essay Competition and recently presented at the 2025 Association of Chiropractic Colleges Research Agenda Conference (ACCRAC) held in New Orleans. We are so excited to see what he does next!
This special research series episode is co-hosted by Erin Gilligan, Project Coordinator for the Center for Engaged Teaching and Learning (CETL).
The Best Takeaways from Life Leadership Weekend/LIFEforce Weekend (LLW/LF) at Life University
This past weekend (April 24-27, 2025), Life University (Life U) buzzed with passion, purpose and potential as we welcomed current students, LIFEforce doctors, and – most importantly – future chiropractors during our dynamic Life Leadership and LIFEforce Weekend (LLW/LFW). A signature event for the Life U community, LLW and LFW provided transformative experiences for all involved, focused on our shared mission of advancing vitalistic chiropractic care and honoring Life U’s foundational value of Lasting Purpose.
A Legacy of Love and Service: Larrie Smisson’s 45-Year Journey at Life University
For 45 years, Larrie Smisson has been a familiar and beloved face at Life University (Life U). As the front desk associate for the CC-HOP Student Clinic, Smisson has not only witnessed generations of chiropractic students come and go – she’s supported them every step of the way with compassion, patience and unwavering dedication.
Faces of Life U: Brooklyn Vaifanua
Originally from Carson, California, Brooklyn Vanifanua came to Life University (Life U) ready to play. She is an esteemed member of the Life U Women’s Rugby team, performing the position of blindside flanker.
Complementary Healthcare Considerations for Pregnant Women
Today’s blog explores three holistic ways that pregnant women can promote health and healing during their pregnancy: nutrition, chiropractic care and Lamaze breathing.
Chiropractic Wellness at Every Life Stage
Did you know that chiropractic care can have significant health and wellness benefits at every stage of life? Here at Life University (Life U), we educate and support our future chiropractic professionals and the community about a holistic chiropractic philosophy that utilizes Chiropractic as a means to promote lifelong health rather than simply relying on symptom-based methodologies.
Engaged Students Becoming Engaged Chiropractors with Sarai Camacho – Podcast
Sarai Camacho is a D.C. student and Student Ambassador who represents the benefits of being all in in her chiropractic education, showing openness to learn and to serve in a way that will translate well in her student internship and eventual practice.
Promoting Neuroplasticity for a Revitalized Brain
The brain is a muscle, and like any muscle, it requires exercise to function optimally. But it’s not like there is a gym for the brain, right? Let’s identify some ways in which neuroplasticity can be improved in the brain.